Oneida County Department on Aging

No one welcomes thinking about their own death, but seminars coming up in Woodruff and Rhinelander this month might give those handling your affairs an easier time of it. Adults of any age are invited to the free "Final Affairs" seminars.

The Oneida County Department on Aging says there are still vouchers available to area residents age 60 or older.

Director of Oneida County Department on Aging Dianne Jacobson says an individual must have a monthly income less than $1,800 or $2,400 for a household of two to qualify for the Senior Farmers Market Vouchers. Eligible residents will receive a $25 voucher to use at any certified farmer’s market.

Northwoods Seniors are getting free help filling out their federal and state tax forms from local volunteers, one of whom is getting real-life experience as she gets an accounting degree.

Angie Payfer helps two mornings per week at the Oneida County Senior Center in Rhinelander. She's a Nicolet College Accounting student. She and other volunteers do the federal and state paperwork and will e-file the returns.

Payfer says many Seniors are relieved to find out the paperwork is done and their taxes are filed..

The county boards in Oneida, Vilas and Forest counties will soon vote whether to form a Transit Commission in the Northwoods. It could mean more transportation options for all citizens.

Oneida County Department on Aging Director Dianne Jacobson says the three county departments have had transportation for elderly and disabled citizens for many years. But a Transit Commission could be grant funded and provide rides for anyone.

Jacobson says after years of discussion, action could happen next month...

Much was debated in Congress about mandatory across the board budget cuts called sequestration. The impacts the federal sequester made in areas such as air traffic controllers and military bands were widely reported, but the cuts are having an impact on meals delivered to senior citizens.

Ken Krall talks with Dianne Jacobson, the Director of the Oneida County Department on Aging about tough times for the Senior Nutrition Program.

Oneida County Department on Aging Director Dianne Jacobson. More information is available at the office in Rhinelander.